DreamerMW

Hey everyone! I'm an RN in the northeast, set to start a midwifery program this coming January. I'm currently 21 but look about 12. I will be 23 when I graduate with my MSN. I'm a bit worried about patients taking me seriously or doubting my credibility when they see how young I am. I get referred to as "sweetheart" and "honey" at work all the time and it bothers me to no end. Please tell me if I'm just concerned for no reason or if this may be an issue. Thank you!

You seem pretty sold!! Do you have any words of wisdom for an unsure applicant?

I know this is the reality of forum questions, it's just that sometimes I can't help but intervene 🤐 OP, please don't let anyone lead you to believe that you won't find anything. There's no need to tell a budding nursing student that the job hunt will be murderous and that she'll have to be apart from her daughter for long stretches. Jobs like you're looking for do exist and aren't impossible. As I said, with time and patience you have a good shot at finding a job that'll work for you.

I'm sorry for all the unasked-for opinions and negativity that some previous posters offered. And to answer your question, yes, days- only jobs absolutely exist. They are many hospitals who even offer 8-4 and such (one that comes to mind is CHOP). And there are always clinics where you can work 9-5. This is what's beautiful about nursing, it's so versatile. you put enough work and effort into looking, you will likely find a position that works for you. Good luck!!

I have no specific examples, but I've personally spoken to a highly experienced and respected CNM who basically told me to NOT try to get L&D experience.

Thanks for replying!

Just curious... I always hear about the various essays and papers in midwifery programs. Are those papers on fluffy policy stuff or actual clinical problems like case studies, etc?

What do you think the range is say, 10 years from graduation? For example, if I become partner in midwifery practice.

Hey there nursing peeps! So I'm a student nurse, set to graduate May 2017. So far I've had the following clinicals- med-surg, OB, psych and community. I'm lucky enough to have gotten an interview for a very competitive summer externship:) Now, I know that I'll be asked what top 3 units I'd like to work in. I absolutely love OB, so that will be my first choice. As for the other 2, I would love to hear your opinion. I'm thinking about emergency, because I heard you get to practice lots of procedures i.e foleys, IVs, etc. The other options are NICU, ICU, psych, neuro, med-surg, pediatrics and LTC. I don't want to do med-surg because we get 2 pretty solid clinical semesters there and I know I don't want to work there as an RN. Any insight/ suggestions? Thanks!

If you're interested in the medical aspect of care, I would say go for Nurse- Midwifery. You're still young and as a CNM you can have a more stable, and may I say safer job.

I'm in a BSN program at a local university. The extra courses teach nothing but useless, fluffy nursing theories that in no way will make me a better clinician. Our class always says that a BSN stands for BS+nursing classes

OMG! You must've been mortified! Is sub-q really lower risk?

Yup! Thanks

He's negative for hepatitis, thankfully.

Hi guys, So I just gave a patient insulin and stuck myself in the process. The patient had a toe amputated due to DM, with deep wound cultures indicating strep as the offending bacteria. Patient has been on IV antibiotics for 3 days now. I'm a bit of a hypochondriac, so in my head I'm already half dead. What do you guys do after a needle stick? Any and all information would be great.

Thanks! I really wish there was a way for me to get some more experience in women's health. Since completing my OB rotation (during which I got to see ONE birth, albeit an amazing one), I've tried reaching out to midwives in my area, but non were willing to let me shadow

I'm in New Jersey. This indecision is killing me[emoji30]

Thanks so much!

I live on the east coast, and moving is not something I would like to do.

Thank you guys! The other job is healthcare related, but not clinical.

Sorry I can't help you with most of your questions, but I've spoken to several midwives in my area, and several of them told me that in their opinion, being an L&D nurse prior to midwifery is a hinderance, and for sure not beneficial. To quote one, as an L&D nurse, you pick up lots of bad habits that will not serve you well as a CNM.

I know people can get annoyed when this kind of thread comes up, but this is an anonymous forum and my only way of finding out this info. If you're one of those people, simply don't reply. No need to tell me about your opinion on the matter. Now, here goes... I'm at a crossroads right now. I can choose to proceed with my career plans and become a CNM, or I can stop and go on a completely different path, one that comes with a healthy salary to boot. For several different reasons, including my family size and financial status, my earning potential as a midwife worries me. I've read threads that say that midwives who work full time in large hospitals are making around 100,000/year. Considering the time, money and sacrifice that I'm putting into my schooling, that amount is not worth it. I am wondering what you all have to say about this. Is 100K really the maximum that I can expect to earn? Needless to say, I'm not scared to work hard. I just need to know that my investment now will pay off in the future by allowing me to sustain my family comfortably. Thanks in advance! I will appreciate any input.

Anyone out there a former or current student of this program? I'm starting to look at my options for grad school (eeeek!!) if I go to this school, I will be commuting 2.5 hours from my home in south Jersey. My question is, what was your schedule like day to day? I know this varies from semester to semester, but I'm just looking for the general idea. I'm thinking that it would be best if I stay in new haven for the week and return home for weekends. Does that sound like a plan that would work with the program's schedule? I would love to hear everything and anything about this program. Thanks!

I know one in Brooklyn, NY. She is extremely popular and her practice is exploding. There are also 2 or 3 midwife groups in my area. Sorry I can't be of more specific help.

Thanks for replying! I'm still a year and something away from graduating my BSN program. I hope to apply to midwifery programs (specifically PhilaU) during my senior year, being that I have no interest in working as a nurse. My GPA is 3.68, but it should be around 3.75 by the time I graduate.